For some time now, hybrid cars have meant great things for the environment but terrible things for the driver. Let’s face, hybrids are boring, unless you like watching a battery charge. Fun!
The Lexus GS 450h is a welcome departure from that paradigm. Bullz-Eye recently had a chance to drive one of these beautiful machines – here’s an excerpt from the review:
There is no mistaking that the 2011 Lexus GS 450h 4DR Sedan is a hybrid and we welcome this technology in such an incredible car. Our test model delivered V8 power in a neatly wrapped hybrid package, delivering solid fuel efficiency. The already quiet ride of the Lexus GS is now enhanced when driving in electric mode. Choose between sport or normal driving knowing full well that the sport drive takes off like a rocket. With the 2011 Lexus GS 450h 4DR Sedan being a full hybrid, it’s capable of operating in gas-only or electric-only modes, or a combination of the two. The GS 450h was the first hybrid vehicle to enable the electric drive motor to contribute to highway performance, not just slow-speed driving. Our media car boasted a 3.5-liter, four cam, 24 valve V-6 engine with dual variable valve time and electric drive motor with Lexus Hybrid drive. You clearly don’t feel any gear shifting, mainly because of the electronically controlled continuously variable transmission with 2-speed reduction and snow mode.
For the full Lexus GS 450h review, head over to the Bullz-Eye Cars Channel
